Fatal Accident in Lowndes County at Intersection of County Highway 17 and U.S. Highway 80

Hope Hull Woman Killed After Collision With Eighteen Wheeler

On Saturday evening, Jasmine Davis, 27, was involved in a fatal accident when the 2007 Toyota Yaris she was driving was collided in to by a Freightliner Tractor-Trailer at the intersection of Lowndes County 17 and U.S. Highway 80.Our thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of the deceased.

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Corporal Jesse Thornton continues to investigate the Saturday collision but did provide that Davis was not wearing her seat belt and was pronounced dead at the scene. The operator of the tractor-trailer did not sustain any injuries as a result of the motor vehicle collision.

Liability in Trucking Accidents

§ 32-5A-170 — Reasonable and prudent speed

No person shall drive a vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions and having regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing. Consistent with the foregoing, every person shall drive at a safe and appropriate speed when approaching and crossing an intersection or railroad grade crossing, when approaching and going around a curve, when approaching a hill crest, when traveling upon any narrow or winding roadway, and when special hazards exist with respect to pedestrians or other traffic or by reason of weather or highway conditions.

Wrongful Death Claim

The family of a victim that died in a truck accident may be able to hold the truck driver accountable through a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the specific facts of your case and let you know what your options are.

When the operator of a commercial vehicle is found to be at-fault for a fatal collision it is important to contact an attorney quickly so that they begin investigating the incident further. A good personal injury attorney can hire an accident scene reconstructionist, review the truck driver’s log books and download crash data from the vehicles involved in the collision. The commercial carrier and their attorney’s start working to avoid liability minutes after the fatal accident occurs, having the same facts and details surrounding the car accident that the party-at-fault has can put you on equal footing and ensure they do not escape justice.

Getting Help After Trucking Accident

Have you or someone that you care about been involved in a truck accident? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of Montgomery truck accident lawyers are here to answer any questions that you may have. Whether you just have questions about your rights or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (334) 316-4123.